GX470 w/Nav Solution for Aftermarket Stereo?
#121
Driver School Candidate
You're right @BeEvil. I tried looking for a model with buttons which was also made by DLC, but I couldn't find anything online. For that reason I will most likely go the safe/proven route instead of treading uncharted territories.
On a related note, does the CD changer in the glovebox work with the new unit or can it be removed? I personally don't use it, but was wondering if I could reclaim glovebox space by yanking it out with the old stereo.
Thanks,
AJ
On a related note, does the CD changer in the glovebox work with the new unit or can it be removed? I personally don't use it, but was wondering if I could reclaim glovebox space by yanking it out with the old stereo.
Thanks,
AJ
#122
Driver
You're right @BeEvil. I tried looking for a model with buttons which was also made by DLC, but I couldn't find anything online. For that reason I will most likely go the safe/proven route instead of treading uncharted territories.
On a related note, does the CD changer in the glovebox work with the new unit or can it be removed? I personally don't use it, but was wondering if I could reclaim glovebox space by yanking it out with the old stereo.
Thanks,
AJ
On a related note, does the CD changer in the glovebox work with the new unit or can it be removed? I personally don't use it, but was wondering if I could reclaim glovebox space by yanking it out with the old stereo.
Thanks,
AJ
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#123
Driver School Candidate
Hi @RickyCRX,
Congrats on your new little guy.
Did you ever get your Phoenix Android radio installed? Wondering if you could share any experiences with Phoenix vs. AliExpress.
Thanks,
AJ
Congrats on your new little guy.
Did you ever get your Phoenix Android radio installed? Wondering if you could share any experiences with Phoenix vs. AliExpress.
Thanks,
AJ
#124
Driver School Candidate
Hello,
I'm new to the GX world. (convinced my wife to get one) and we have an 08 and I looked at the tesla option but I want to keep our options open. I came across http://www.jewellet.com/Android-Toyo...o-Navigationon youtube with a Russian guy running this. Is there compatible with our nav units? If not if I go with the single din solution can I go with a fordable screen like this https://www.bestbuy.com/site/pioneer...?skuId=5888543
I'm new to the GX world. (convinced my wife to get one) and we have an 08 and I looked at the tesla option but I want to keep our options open. I came across http://www.jewellet.com/Android-Toyo...o-Navigationon youtube with a Russian guy running this. Is there compatible with our nav units? If not if I go with the single din solution can I go with a fordable screen like this https://www.bestbuy.com/site/pioneer...?skuId=5888543
#125
Driver School Candidate
Thanks! And unfortunately, I haven't yet. We haven't even been driving the GX much, recently. I installed one of the Android radios in my Focus sedan, and it's overall been pretty nice. I haven't had a chance to do it yet on the GX, because I want to take my time more and make sure everything is 100% right on the installation.
I should be able to look into it more in a couple of weeks, I believe. I'll definitely post back here once I'm done!
One question I have for the one that posted above of their installation functioning -- since the Android radios take a while to boot up, does it also take a while before the climate control functions begin to work after you start the vehicle? That could be a deal-breaker for me living in Texas and waiting that much longer for the vehicle to begin cooling down with an infant in the car.
Ricky
I should be able to look into it more in a couple of weeks, I believe. I'll definitely post back here once I'm done!
One question I have for the one that posted above of their installation functioning -- since the Android radios take a while to boot up, does it also take a while before the climate control functions begin to work after you start the vehicle? That could be a deal-breaker for me living in Texas and waiting that much longer for the vehicle to begin cooling down with an infant in the car.
Ricky
#126
Driver School Candidate
Thanks! And unfortunately, I haven't yet. We haven't even been driving the GX much, recently. I installed one of the Android radios in my Focus sedan, and it's overall been pretty nice. I haven't had a chance to do it yet on the GX, because I want to take my time more and make sure everything is 100% right on the installation.
I should be able to look into it more in a couple of weeks, I believe. I'll definitely post back here once I'm done!
One question I have for the one that posted above of their installation functioning -- since the Android radios take a while to boot up, does it also take a while before the climate control functions begin to work after you start the vehicle? That could be a deal-breaker for me living in Texas and waiting that much longer for the vehicle to begin cooling down with an infant in the car.
Ricky
I should be able to look into it more in a couple of weeks, I believe. I'll definitely post back here once I'm done!
One question I have for the one that posted above of their installation functioning -- since the Android radios take a while to boot up, does it also take a while before the climate control functions begin to work after you start the vehicle? That could be a deal-breaker for me living in Texas and waiting that much longer for the vehicle to begin cooling down with an infant in the car.
Ricky
#127
Thanks! And unfortunately, I haven't yet. We haven't even been driving the GX much, recently. I installed one of the Android radios in my Focus sedan, and it's overall been pretty nice. I haven't had a chance to do it yet on the GX, because I want to take my time more and make sure everything is 100% right on the installation.
I should be able to look into it more in a couple of weeks, I believe. I'll definitely post back here once I'm done!
I should be able to look into it more in a couple of weeks, I believe. I'll definitely post back here once I'm done!
From where did you buy the unit? Looks like we can buy directly from here:
https://phoenixandroidradios.com/pro...nt=47211134477
#128
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I am a new owner in SoCal w a 2005 gx470 with nav. I also am considering doing this upgrade. Has anyone else completed this yet? SoCal people have an installer or easy enough for any car audio pro?
thanks!
thanks!
#130
Edited to add: I joined the appropriate Facebook group, for NorCal. Was there a specific group you had in mind where folks have posted install pics and videos? I didn't see any in the NorCal group.
Last edited by Turbinator; 05-23-18 at 11:43 AM.
#131
Pole Position
So I am either going to do this or my wheels, I am thinking this first. Be Evil, when you ordered yours, what were the options you had to choose from? I have a 03 so I Dont have a rear cam but I can run1. Already having the BT45 I installed the mic is ran up through my glove box, A pillar Headliner and to the rear view mirror area, I really cant see it being a different plug, if it is, not a big deal. Having everything prety fresh in my mind and being able to remove it will give me a lot more room. As far as the Phoenix unit, is anyone having luck with them? Also Be Evil any idea on how long shipping took? Im still in Chicago for about a month, but I would like to make the drive to my new home in Arizona with the new unit! OH BeEvil did you pay list? or can you pm me what yoy did pay, if you dont want to announce it. I dont ever pay what they ask
Last edited by DiabloX22; 05-23-18 at 12:58 PM. Reason: sp
#132
Apologies if this has been posted before, but I found a URL showing step by step how to remove the factory unit in the GX:
http://www.carstereoremoval.com/htm/...X47003_07P.htm
This plus the product's description as being "plug and play" has got me confident enough to want to do the swap myself. Seriously thinking about it... will follow up with my next steps.
http://www.carstereoremoval.com/htm/...X47003_07P.htm
This plus the product's description as being "plug and play" has got me confident enough to want to do the swap myself. Seriously thinking about it... will follow up with my next steps.
#133
Driver
So I am either going to do this or my wheels, I am thinking this first. Be Evil, when you ordered yours, what were the options you had to choose from? I have a 03 so I Dont have a rear cam but I can run1. Already having the BT45 I installed the mic is ran up through my glove box, A pillar Headliner and to the rear view mirror area, I really cant see it being a different plug, if it is, not a big deal. Having everything prety fresh in my mind and being able to remove it will give me a lot more room. As far as the Phoenix unit, is anyone having luck with them? Also Be Evil any idea on how long shipping took? Im still in Chicago for about a month, but I would like to make the drive to my new home in Arizona with the new unit! OH BeEvil did you pay list? or can you pm me what yoy did pay, if you dont want to announce it. I dont ever pay what they ask
re: Shipping. It takes a week for them to "test" the unit before they ship it. It came with in 2 weeks after shipping. So, about 3 weeks from date of order to Toronto area. When you are ordering you'll have may options to choose from for shipping.
I paid what they were asking but they through in more memory. Didn't realize you could negotiate price. Seems like they have sold a few since my purchase and were sold out for a while. They may not negotiate. Good luck.
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#134
Pole Position
I went on their page through Alibaba and their store is closed for updating or some ****! FML! Does anyone know what brand Phoenix is selling and if they work? It appears to me these are all the same units, maybe some softare differences, but these places get them from the same seller and put their sticker/name on and "brand" them. All the screens are the same, dimensions etc. Its actually the same with many car parts, change labels but same parts inside
#135
I went on their page through Alibaba and their store is closed for updating or some ****! FML! Does anyone know what brand Phoenix is selling and if they work? It appears to me these are all the same units, maybe some softare differences, but these places get them from the same seller and put their sticker/name on and "brand" them. All the screens are the same, dimensions etc. Its actually the same with many car parts, change labels but same parts inside
https://phoenixandroidradios.com/
No idea what brand they're selling. I thought this was their own in-house brand, but I could be wrong.